I had a mixed experience. The staff I dealt with were friendly, family-oriented and attentive, the facility is clean, close to home, and offers simple activities (bingo, walks, holiday events) - rooms are generally small and amenities limited. Medical coverage felt inadequate (no full-time nurse, relies on paramedics), the food and menus were hit-or-miss, and I encountered or heard troubling issues (urine odor at times, reports of missing items, alcohol/poor professionalism among some staff, slow/contradictory responses to incidents). It's reasonable value for some needs, but because of safety and management concerns I'd only recommend after confirming current staffing and oversight.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living sits in the small town of Kerman, California, and focuses on providing a warm, welcoming place where seniors feel valued and supported each day, with a staff that's friendly, experienced, and ready to help at any hour, so folks can relax and know they're looked after whether they need help with bathing, dressing, getting around, or just a reminder about medication. The place has 27 units, offering both private and semi-private apartments with plenty of natural light, their own bathrooms, and climate control, so residents stay comfortable, plus there's Wi-Fi and cable or satellite TV if someone wants to keep up with their favorite shows. They've designed these spaces to feel homelike, with common rooms that have lots of space and seating where people can gather for games, watch TV, or share stories, while their dining area serves freshly prepared meals every day and offers room service and guest meals for when visitors stop by.
There's a special memory care program called The Garden, designed for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of memory loss, with staff specially trained to support those needs, a secure setting, and daily routines built to help each person feel safe and calm. The team uses personalized care plans, adjusting support as needs change, and also provides hospice care for residents who require it. The facility welcomes pets to visit but doesn't allow residents to keep them, and provides things like regular housekeeping, linen and laundry services, and maintenance, so daily chores don't become a worry, and there's transportation available for doctor visits and outings, making it easier for residents to stay connected to the world outside.
The grounds include an outdoor garden and tennis courts for fresh air and activity, and inside you'll find a community lounge where residents can join in on social events, games, and arts and crafts, along with structured activities like religious services, fitness programs, and educational sessions. There's a beauty salon on site, plenty of parking, a gated entry for safety, and medical oversight with health services and medication reminders. Each resident gets an evaluation coming in, so the team can match them with the right services and activities, and they pay attention to creating chances for folks to make new friends and enjoy their hobbies, reflecting that small-town feeling of looking out for each other while still offering the convenience of nearby hospitals, shops, and entertainment in the surrounding area. Autumn Ridge Assisted Living holds a state license for both assisted living and memory care and has earned recognition for quality care in senior living, so families often feel a bit more at ease knowing their loved ones are in a place that's dedicated to comfort, safety, routine, and respect.
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Autumn Ridge Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,961 per month.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care.
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The full address for this community is 14280 W Stanislaus Ave, Kerman, CA, 93630.
Yes, Autumn Ridge Assisted Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
32
Inspections
11
Type A Citations
6
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
17 Jun 2025
17 Jun 2025
Identified that discontinued and expired medications, including those for former residents, were not logged or disposed and were stored in the medication room, with records backdated to March 2025. Insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation that staff did not provide a safe environment, were not properly trained, or did not provide adequate laundry services.
§ 87465(i)
17 Jun 2025
17 Jun 2025
Found the home clean, safe, and well-maintained with functioning safety features, proper medication storage, and correct food temperatures; however, a deficiency was cited and a civil penalty assessed.
§ 87465(h)(6)
§ 87608(a)(5)
§ 87465(c)(2)
§ 9058
19 May 2025
19 May 2025
Found no health or safety issues; learned an excluded individual is not employed or on the schedule since 12/16/24 and not associated with this setting.
§ 9058
09 May 2025
09 May 2025
Identified no evidence to support the allegations that staff did not ensure residents were in a safe environment, staff were not properly trained, or staff did not provide adequate laundry services.
09 May 2025
09 May 2025
Identified a deficiency when a medication tablet was left unlocked in a resident's room at 10:27 AM. Conducted an unannounced initial complaint investigation and completed an exit interview.
§ 9058
§ 87465(h)(2)
09 May 2025
09 May 2025
Identified two medication errors where a staff member administered another resident's hydrocodone-acetaminophen to a different resident and later gave another resident's oxycodone-acetaminophen to a different resident. This resulted in a deficiency and a civil penalty.
§ 87465(c)(2)
§ 9058
16 Apr 2025
16 Apr 2025
Investigated allegation that call pendants were not responded to within 10 to 15 minutes, with observations and records showing delays.
§ 87411(d)(3)
24 Mar 2025
24 Mar 2025
Found an allegation that the front door was locked when personnel arrived, resulting in a deficiency and a $500 fine.
§ 87202(a)
24 Mar 2025
24 Mar 2025
Found insufficient evidence to support the allegations that a resident requested a cigarette and staff lit it outside, that the resident smoked in the designated outdoor area, and that medications were disposed into a pharmaceutical container.
12 Mar 2025
12 Mar 2025
Identified two allegations: a non-working kitchen freezer and inadequate food supplies. The non-working freezer allegation was supported by evidence, while the inadequate food supplies allegation was not supported.
§ 87555(b)(21)
07 Nov 2024
07 Nov 2024
Identified a deficiency in medication management after three incidents: one where a dose was not administered because it was held without a doctor's order, and two where medications were given to the wrong residents.
09 Aug 2024
09 Aug 2024
Found the applicant met all pre-licensing requirements for a change of ownership, with fire clearance for 54 residents, proper safety features, adequate supplies, and properly maintained resident and staff records; documentation was submitted to CAB in Sacramento for final review prior to license issuance.
09 Aug 2024
09 Aug 2024
Inspection found the facility to meet all requirements for licensing, including safety measures, resident amenities, and staff qualifications.
29 Jul 2024
29 Jul 2024
Verified applicant and administrator identities and confirmed understanding of Title 22 regulations during COMP II. Noted that LIC 809 was signed with a copy of photo ID, and that the analyst confirmed understanding of operation, admissions policies, staffing and training, restricted health conditions, general provisions, emergency preparedness, complaints and reporting, and pre-licensing readiness.
29 Jul 2024
29 Jul 2024
Reviewed regulations and confirmed understanding in various areas of facility operation during the inspection.
27 Sept 2023
27 Sept 2023
Found that staff did not meet a hospice resident's mobility needs by failing to provide the required two-person assistance or Hoyer lift support.
27 Sept 2023
27 Sept 2023
Confirmed that staff did not meet resident's mobility needs.
§ 87411(d)(3)
22 Aug 2023
22 Aug 2023
Identified a deficiency requiring citation for regulatory noncompliance at the site after an unannounced visit.
22 Aug 2023
22 Aug 2023
Confirmed that the facility met standards during the annual inspection.
§ 1569.618(c)(3)
07 Sept 2022
07 Sept 2022
Found no incidents related to incontinence care after interviews and records review; residents denied the incontinence care allegations. Visitation policy, medications, and MARs were reviewed.
07 Sept 2022
07 Sept 2022
Interviews and records reviewed found no incidents of incontinence care issues for residents. Allegations made by residents were denied, visitation policy and medication records were also reviewed.
19 Aug 2022
19 Aug 2022
Identified a deficiency in infection-control practices due to an expired fire extinguisher; observed entry screening, hand sanitizer, staff masking, and proper storage of medications and foods with updated emergency contacts. LPA requested administrative documents by 8/26/2022.
19 Aug 2022
19 Aug 2022
Reviewed during the inspection were infection control practices, medication supplies, food storage, staff training records, and emergency preparedness at the facility.
§ 87203
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Found universal entry screening and daily symptom checks with temperature recording for staff, residents, and visitors, along with infection-control signs, handwashing supplies, and available PPE; no deficiencies issued.
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Investigated a complaint about care and supervision and identified the allegation as valid. A deficiency was issued and cleared during the visit, and an exit interview with the administrator occurred.
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Substantiated findings were identified during the visit and a deficiency was issued, which was cleared before the LPA left.
§ 87465(a)(1)
31 Dec 2020
31 Dec 2020
Found no health and safety concerns after a tele-visit and video tour of the site; medications were securely stored, residents appeared well-groomed and appropriately dressed, and rooms were orderly.
31 Dec 2020
31 Dec 2020
Conducted a successful health and safety tele-visit with no concerns identified.
15 Sept 2020
15 Sept 2020
Found the allegation unsubstantiated. Interviews and records showed staff responded promptly to the resident's distress signal, 911 was called, the resident was taken to a hospital for evaluation, and returned the same day.
03 Sept 2020
03 Sept 2020
Conducted a case management visit with licensing and health department staff, toured the site, and reviewed status, followed by an exit interview with the administrator.
15 Sept 2020
15 Sept 2020
Reviewed an allegation regarding the response to a resident’s distress signal, with findings indicating prompt action taken and the resident transported to the hospital and returned the same day. Determined the allegation unsubstantiated.
03 Sept 2020
03 Sept 2020
Reviewed by state officials, the visit included a tour of the facility and discussions with various health professionals and facility staff.
